Gladiolus Flower Bulbs "Vista"

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All seeds are shipped year-round, while flower bulbs are shipped on a seasonal basis. Typical turnaround times for in-stock items is between 2 – 5 business days.

Category	Shipping Period
*All Seeds:*
Zones 2 – 10	Year-Round
*Spring Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Warmest Regions First):*
Zones 8 – 10	Feb. 27 - June 30
Zones 7	Mar. 12 - June 30
Zones 6	Mar. 26 - June 30
Zones 5	Apr. 9 - June 30
Zones 2 – 4	Apr. 23 - June 30
**Fall Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Coldest Regions First):***
Zones 2-4	Sep. 10 - Jan. 31
Zones 5	Sep. 10 - Jan. 31
Zones 6	Sep. 17 - Jan. 31
Zones 7	Sep. 24 - Jan. 31
Zones 8-10	Oct. 1 - Jan. 31

We try our utmost to maintain reliable inventory of all products, and are very proud of our record in doing so. However, as we are a company engaged in what Mother Nature provides, we do sometimes experience shortages and crop failures beyond our control. If, for any reason, we are required to backorder any portion of your order, rest assured we will keep you apprised of updated shipping information and/or any other options that may satisfy your needs and wishes.

*Lilies & Amaryllis arrive from Holland in early October, and cannot be shipped prior to that time. Therefore, all orders containing these varieties will be grouped together and shipped when the entire order is ready for shipment.

Unit Size	Price	Qty
Bag of 25 Bulbs	$30.00 $16.49
Bag of 50 Bulbs	$60.00 $29.99
Bag of 100 Bulbs	$120.00 $49.99 ($0.49/Bulb)
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Fast Facts
Planting Info

Gladiolus (from Latin, the diminutive of gladius, a sword) is a genus of perennial bulbous flowering plants in the iris family – Glads actually do not grow from bulbs but from “corm” – a closely related cousin. Sometimes called the sword lily, the most widely-used English common name for these plants is simply gladiolus (plural gladioli, gladioluses or sometimes gladiolas). The Gladiolus flower signifies remembrance. It also expresses infatuation, telling the receiver that he or she pierces the heart. Gladiolus plants are attractive, perennial herbs and semi hardy in temperate climates. All gladioli are easy to grow, colorful and make great cut flowers, hence their popularity. With very little work needed, your Gladiolus will burst into bloom in August, adorning your garden with bright colorful tall flowers that will make for a wonderful addition to any scheme.

1- When to Plant your Gladiolus Bulbs:
Plant your Gladiolus in the spring, as soon as the soil has warmed up in March or April.

2- Where to Plant your Gladiolus Bulbs:
While they prefer full sun, Gladiolus will still grow well in partial shade. Gladiolus plants prefer a rich, soft soil, and plenty of water. If the soil is poor, add a little fertilizer to help stimulate growth.

3- How to Plant your Gladiolus Bulbs:
The Gladiolus bulbs (or corm) can be grown in rows, or bunches. They will tolerate a little crowding, but will grow bigger if spaced out. We recommend planting the bulbs 8 inches deep - secured deep in the ground, you are less likely to need a stake. Plant them about 6 inches apart. If you have bought quite a few, don't plant them all at once. Stagger their planting and you will get a better succession of flowers. Add mulch to help retain water, and to keep the weeds down. Gladioli need plenty of water to flower well. On well-drained poorer soil, extra watering will be required. Once planted, your gladiolus should grow well with little attention.

4- How to Care for your Gladiolus Bulbs:
If you leave in a temperate region, mulch the bulbs deeply with 2.5 in of compost to give them an insulating duvet over their heads in late autumn. In colder regions, grow them in a sheltered spot and lift them for the winter when the leaves turn yellow-brown. Lift them and snap the corms from the stems. Dry them out for a couple of weeks, then snap the new corms from the old, discarding the old. The new must be kept dry and cold (but frost-free) until they are replanted. You can dig and divide the clumps every few years to select the best corms for replanting. Without this, the new cormlets forming will invade the space of the original corm and the nutrients will have to be shared. The risk is lots of foliage and no flower spikes.

Name:	Large Flowering Gladiolus "Vista" - Gladiolus Flower Bulb
Type:	Spring Planted Flower Bulb - Summer Blooming Flower Bulb.
Other Common Name(s):	"Sword Lily", "Glad", "Gladioli"
Color:	White, Lavender and Pink
Size:	50 - 60 Inches Tall
Bloom Time:	60 to 100 Days after planting
Sun / Shade:	Sun
Hardiness Zones:	All
Ships:	Spring